Here is something I just ran across on Youtube that may interest you. Though it's not with the 897, it may give some additional ideas. Also check out K7AGE on QRZ.com. http://youtube.com/watch?v=whe9nV9InnQ Best of luck and keep us posted on your progress. Warren AB1Z
--- In digitalradio@yahoogroups.com, "James Wilson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Here is what I was thinking, to setup a radio at a remote location that could be "fully" controlled remotely. Ham Radio deluxe has the capability of controlling my ft897 with a serial interface. A USB sound card could be used to provide PSK and other digital modes.